Principal Planning Officer

West Midlands

£55 - 65 per hour

Full Time

Development Control

1 May 2026

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Principal Planning Officer - Development Management
Remote / Hybrid (minimum 1 day per month in office)
£55-65 p/h (Depending on experience)
37 hours per week


Job Ref - 65748
 
Play a pivotal role in shaping the future of strategic developments by leading the Council's most complex and high-profile planning applications. Influence decision-making, present reports to committees, and provide expert advice on rural planning challenges, including areas without a five-year housing land supply.
 
Key responsibilities:
·Lead major and complex planning applications
·Prepare detailed reports for committees
·Provide expert advice to Members and stakeholders
·Mentor junior staff and support service improvements
·Liaise with internal teams and external partners
 
Requirements:
·MRTPI with relevant degree and post-graduate experience
·Proven experience in managing major/complex applications
·Confident presenting to planning committees
·Experience in rural planning and strategic applications
 
Flexible remote/hybrid working, with minimum 1 day per month in office.
 
Please call Jake Herrington on 02393 876015 for a confidential discussion on this role, or email:
[email protected]
[email protected]
 
Carrington West's dedicated Town Planning Recruitment Team supply clients UK wide on both a permanent and contract basis at all levels of seniority. If this role is not quite right, feel free to get in touch to discuss other opportunities.
 

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